Could I safely use it on a wood deck? Does the bottom of the bowl get very hot?
20125
Yes, the flames are aimed up into lava rocks which absorb the heat but do not creat high temp transfer heat that metal does. The control is also efficient.
20126
Yes, I would not think that would be a problem at all. Once the rocks heat up, the heat only radiates from them, not through the bowl. Even the outer ring stays cool, barefoot feet on the outer ring is the best.
20127
The bottom of the bowl does get hot. You might put it on patio pavers or something like that for protection. It is worth the purchase.
20128
In my opinion I believe it to be safe, I've used it on dry grass with no problems.
20129
You can not use it on a wood deck, you will burn it down! It gets very hot. You could put it on bricks or a stone slab.
796523
Nope. I never had a problem with it. I generally use it on a granite countertop. The heat is on the top of the unit, not on the bottom.
1983153
Yes, this fire pit can be used on a wood deck - you're right, some fire pits should not be used on or near combustible decking; however this unit is safe to use.
2256202
Yes, it does get significantly hot. I had it on the counter under a cabinet with a 4-6 inches gap. On cooking something that required long time (I believe it was a whole turkey breast), I smelled wood burning and it turned out it was burning the cabinet above. Fortunately I discovered it before it caused any damage or even produce any smoke, but it could easily have turned out a lot worse. Lesson learned, and it no longer sits under anything when in use, nor would I put anything on top of it.
1994147
I would not sipmly due to the heat from the fire pit. It works well and looks nice. I would use extreme caution on a wood deck.
2219910
Don't know about heat since mine was outside. Keep an eye on it for air leakage or you'll have a wet floor if inside.
1623615
I would never burn anything on a deck attached to a house other than a specifically designed item such as a grill. Fire and decks equal no house, or at the very least costly damage. If you don't have a better location I would not recommend a fire pit that burns wood. Maybe a specially designed gas pit if it must be on the deck.
1351153
Our unit does not get hot underneath ...... we were originally going to put ours on an outdoor rug but the unit is so heavy it was going to be very difficult to move every time I wanted to clean the deck!
498726
I've used this on wooden surfaces and on grass before with no problems. The "feet" do not get that hot at all. I'd be careful with it around very dry brush but it's not going to catch solid wood on fire.
309865
I cant imagine how that would possibly be safe. The frame around the top gets almost red hot and it also it gives off a lot of smoke when cooking. Maybe under some very unique circumstances - like in a big warehouse or something - but there isn't any way I could see it being used in your average living room. The bottom part IS designed to let you put it on a wood picnic table safely - but like at a park. Screened in porch might be OK if there is good air exchange. Hope this helps.
1626224
The bottom does not get hot at all. The propane tank is inside under the burner much like a gas grill. One of mine is used on a wood deck.
1376661
Yes, it's very hot. It would definitely scald you or damage certain surfaces if you're using the wrong setting for the type of surface you're cleaning. It has temperature settings for the different floor types (wood floors you use a lower setting so it doesn't damage the finish, whereas tile floors you can clean full blast.) It's very effective at cleaning.
846941
If the deck flooring is wood, the base of the campfire does not get hot and I think you would be O.K. to use it. If you have a wooden roof over the deck then that may be a concern. Directly above the campfire does get hot. Hope this helps.
553960
It doesn't get very hot below, I've used it outdoors over a wood-chip path before with no concern. I'd be wary of plastic, but probably wouldn't be a problem. Luckily, heat rises!
498646
I don't think you would have any issues with firing up on a wood deck, just keep it away from any railings or awnings. However, you would be better off playing it safe. It still wouldn't hurt to buy a few pieces of ceramic floor tile or cinder block and place them under the burner.
1685294
It is wood, therefore anything hot could possibly put a burn mark. Personally, I'd used a hot pad first. It is a great board. We use it over our sink ... looks great.
1733162
My grill is sitting on top of a stone table. The bowl of the grill is about 5" above the table. I don't know if a wood table would be damaged. Aluminum, I think would be OK. Plastic might not work. Most of the heat is on the grill top. It is a great grill. Enjoy!